Self-Proving Wills

This document explains what self-proving wills are and how they can make the process of proving a will easier. It describes the rules for making both holographic and attested wills self-proving.

The court describes it as: This 2012 Texas Real Estate Research Center article explains self-proving wills.

Common questions

What is a self-proving will?

A self-proving will is not a new type of will; it is a holographic or attested will that does not need extra proof to be accepted by the court. This makes the process easier and quicker.

Who needs to sign to make a holographic will self-proving?

For a holographic will to be self-proving, the person making the will must swear to and sign an affidavit before a notary. The will itself must be entirely in the person's handwriting.

What is needed for a self-proving attested will?

For an attested will, the person making the will and at least two witnesses must sign a statutory affidavit before a notary. The notary must place their seal and signature on the document.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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